Job Opportunities

Library Director – Full Time

Dormann Library – Bath, NY

The Dormann Library seeks an enthusiastic and community-minded individual for the position of Library
Director. Our library is located in Steuben County, which is part of the Southern Tier Library System in
Upstate New York.

The Library Director plans, organizes, directs and is responsible for the operations and activities of the
library within the parameters of NYS law and the library’s policies. The Library Director oversees and
evaluates the development and implementation of educational and cultural programs, collection
development, the supervision and development of staff & volunteers, and the care of the library’s facility
and grounds. The Director recommends policies and goals to the Library Board of Trustees. The person in
this position must be a positive and flexible individual who enjoys working with people of all ages and
backgrounds, has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and will provide leadership as the
administrative branch of the library’s governance.

The candidate must have a Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited
program, eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian Professional Certificate, and supervisory and
administrative experience in a library or related organization, as well as demonstrated organizational,
leadership, and communication skills.

This position is 40 hours per week. Benefits currently include employee-paid ancillary (dental, vision, etc.). More details will be provided during the interview process.

A cover letter, resume, and three references may be emailed to Bath@stls.org or mailed to: Dormann Library Search Committee, 101 West Morris Street, Bath, New York 14810

Applications must be received by: 04/27/2026.

The Library Board of Trustees will start the review process after this date, and contact qualified candidates for an interview.

The Dormann Library is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills.

Please see https://dormannlibrary.org/opportunities for the complete job description and application details.